Hafthor Björnsson Wins 12th Iceland’s Strongest Man After Official 505kg Deadlift World Record

[Kayce]

Just weeks after hauling an official 505kg (1,113 lb) deadlift in Germany, Hafthor “Thor” Björnsson dominated Iceland’s Strongest Man 2025 to collect his 12th national title. The win underscores his full-force return to elite strongman and closes any debate about who owns the heaviest deadlift in history.

Final Standings — Iceland’s Strongest Man 2025​

1. Hafthor Björnsson — 49.0 points
2. Paddy Haynes — 44.5 points
3. Evans Aryee — 39.0 points
Vilius Jokužys — 36.0
Hilmar Örn Jónsson — 28.0
Kári Kristófer Elíasson — 16.5
Thorlákur Gunnarsson — 10.0

Event-By-Event Highlights​

• Max Log Lift: Thor opened with authority at 175 kg, securing first.
• Dumbbell Press: Another victory with 8 reps, distancing himself from Jokužys.
• Deadlift for Reps (~320 kg): Haynes stole the event with 11 reps, but Thor locked in 10 reps for second.
• Weight Over Bar: Thor cleared 36 kg, reinforcing his lead.
• Farmer’s Walk (160 kg): Aryee took the win at 39.08 m; Thor stayed disciplined at 33.3 m.
• Sandbag/Yoke Medley: Consistent placement preserved his points gap.
• Atlas Stones: Thor finished with 5 stones in 15.95s, sealing the title.

Why the 505kg Deadlift Matters​

Thor’s 505kg lift was performed in official competition at Eisenhart Black in Germany on July 26, 2025. This surpasses his own 501kg gym lift from 2020 and eclipses Eddie Hall’s 500kg record. The competition setting, strict judging, and conditions establish it as the definitive world record.

Historical Context​

This was Thor’s 12th Iceland’s Strongest Man crown, adding to his decade-long streak from 2011–2020. He remains one of the rare athletes to hold World’s Strongest Man (2018), Europe’s Strongest Man, and multiple Arnold titles, cementing him as a generational powerhouse.

Rising Challengers​

• Paddy Haynes (UK): Showed serious pulling power and endurance, forcing Thor to stay sharp.
• Evans Aryee (Ghana): Excelled in moving events, winning the Farmer’s Walk and proving global talent continues to grow.

Next Target: Birmingham — World Deadlift Championships​

On September 6, 2025, Thor travels to Birmingham, England, for the Mutant World Deadlift Championships. Rumors point to an attempt at 510kg. If he pulls it, the conversation about the limits of human strength shifts again.

Key Numbers​

• Record Deadlift: 505 kg (1,113 lb), official
• ISM 2025 Points: 49.0 (Thor), 44.5 (Haynes), 39.0 (Aryee)
• Atlas Stones: 5 in 15.95s
• National Titles: 12

Event Results Snapshot​

• Log Lift: Thor 175 kg — 1st
• Dumbbell Press: Thor 8 reps — 1st
• Deadlift Reps: Haynes 11 — 1st; Thor 10 — 2nd
• Farmer’s Walk: Aryee 39.08 m — 1st; Thor 33.3 m — 2nd
• Weight Over Bar: Thor 36 kg — 1st
• Atlas Stones: Thor 5 in 15.95s — 1st

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Sources​

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